Performance of Vice President Gibran in Regularly Visiting the Field Appreciated

Senior political analyst Boni Hargens has explicitly appreciated Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka for his regular field visits. According to Boni, this approach is a strategic step that reflects a leader’s sincere concern for the actual conditions of the people. Direct visits allow Gibran to understand issues that are not always captured by bureaucratic reports. “By being present directly among the people, Vice President Gibran can hear the real aspirations, complaints, and hopes of the citizens. This interaction provides valuable information that forms the basis for more targeted policies. The people also feel more heard and valued by their leader,” said Boni Hargens in his statement on Thursday, 30 April 2026. Boni Hargens assesses that the consistency in conducting field visits is concrete evidence of Vice President Gibran’s commitment to his duties. This routine builds public trust gradually and sustainably. Boni Hargens views this as one of the main strengths of Gibran’s leadership in the Prabowo-Gibran administration era. “Direct visits to the regions are proof that a leader does not only work behind a desk but is present for the people. Gibran does this consistently,” Boni emphasised. He added that direct dialogue between leaders and the people is the foundation of a healthy democracy. When a vice president is physically present in the regions, he not only conveys government messages but also receives unfiltered feedback. This enables more accurate policy evaluation and responsiveness to real societal needs. “For people in the regions, the presence of the Vice President is not a small matter. It is a signal that the central government pays attention to them. Many regional development acceleration programmes have received significant impetus after direct visits, because problems that were previously hidden behind reports are finally revealed and followed up,” Boni explained. Boni Hargens also expressed appreciation for Vice President Gibran’s call to promote digital downstreaming. According to him, this is a visionary step that shows Gibran understands that Indonesia’s future economy cannot rely solely on natural resources but must be based on the nation’s intellectual and digital strengths. This call is seen as aligned with the major Asta Cita agenda.